Topic: Kingpin shims


Tim I    -- 05-19-2011 @ 10:20 AM
  I'm almost ready to put my spindles back on. When I got the kingpin kit, I got some extra shims, just in case. I assume these are to eliminate any up and down play between the spindles and the axle. If needed, where should the shims go? At the top of the axle? Above the top spacer? Or does it matter?

All responses appreciated!

Tim
1938 Standard coupe


supereal    -- 05-19-2011 @ 2:47 PM
  If you need them, place them on the underside of the spindle.


1938cr    -- 05-23-2011 @ 8:32 PM
  Shims should be between the top of the axle boss and the under side of the upper arm of the spindle. Add shims to obtain .005 - .015 clearance. CR


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